Raquel Hamner with curly hair wearing a large straw hat and earrings, holding sunflowers against a bright blue sky with a few clouds.
A teal circular badge with white text that reads 'Brides & Weddings winners 2025 for excellence in the wedding industry'.
Virginia Bride Magazine logo with pink script for 'Bride' and gray text for 'Virginia' and 'Magazine' on a light green circular background.

MEET RAQUEL

DESIGNER. PHOTOGRAPHER. LOVER.

Raquel Hamner founded Happy Tears Papelería in 2023 out of a passion for beautiful, sustainable paper that feels romantic and personal.

After years of working in print shops and studying design, she wanted to create luxurious paper products that stimulate every sense. Stationery that doesn’t just look luxurious, but even smells like a dream, and captures the imagination of her clients.

Raquel currently lives in Maryland. She loves photography, travel, and driving her VW Beetle with the top down.

IT’S NOT JUST PAPER—IT’S UNIQUELY YOURS

If there is one thing I love about what I do, it is helping couples navigate a part of their wedding planning process that often feels overwhelming—I love answering all your questions. I’ve worked in printing for over 4 years and know the ins and outs of the stationery process from start to finish. Making the design process easy and enjoyable, and sharing insights to make it accessible are core values.

My second priority is creating these beautiful pieces as ethically as possible. When curating materials for your invitations, I prioritize recycled papers and fabrics and make every effort to outsource to small and local businesses, right here in Maryland. These practices ensure that my clients can rest easy knowing their stationery was made with love and care every step of the way.

Decorative white ornate frame with a rabbit silhouette, a white tag with red cursive 'Raquel', gold leaf-shaped jewelry with pearls and flowers, white baby's breath flowers, and red and blue fabric accents.

Happy Tears Papelería exists to create an inclusive and imaginative experience for all couples. I believe your love story deserves lovely things, and I can’t wait to design and curate the ultimate stationery package for you.

The perfect match…

Elegant wedding table setting with black plate, pink napkin, menu card, small flower, and gold utensils. Floral centerpieces with white flowers and tall glass vases.

At-Home Stationery Kits

Have all the things you love about beautiful, fully custom stationery, at a more affordable price. Select the kit that’s right for you, and I’ll design, curate, and print everything. Then, I’ll neatly ship your suite to you for assembly. All kits come with a detailed guide for stress-free assembly; all you’ll need are scissors and tape!

  • A new offering to serve those looking to have a more intimate affair: special pricing for a uniquely low minimum of 25 suites! This kit includes everything you and your partner will need for your perfectly small guestlist: 25 invitation cards, premium envelopes, pre-cut envelope liners, 25 marriage announcement cards, and your choice of menu or detail card design. All custom, all starting at $800.

    This pricing method is capped at 45 suites/pieces

  • The Poppy Kit offers just the essentials; but don’t worry, it’ll be anything but basic. This kit includes: bespoke invitation cards, pre-cut envelope liners, premium envelopes, and return address printing.

  • You get everything in the Poppy Kit, with the addition of a matching detail card, and ribbon or belly bands.

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